About this property

Located along the Esplanade boardwalk in Cape Breton Island, this waterfront hotel is 8 minutes’ walk from Casino Nova Scotia. It features an indoor pool with waterslide, 2 on-site restaurants and free in-room WiFi. Cable and satellite TV are provided in all rooms at Holiday Inn Sydney. All modernly furnished rooms include coffee-making facilities. A microwave and fridge are available in select rooms. An on-site fitness centre offers convenience for those who wish to work out. Holiday Inn Sydney Nova Scotia is also equipped with a business centre. This hotel is 5 km from Mayflower Mall. Fortress of Louisbourg is 43 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts, DP Murphy Hotels
Hotel chain/brand
Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast info

    • Vegetarian, Gluten-free, American, Breakfast to go

    • Parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
or
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 large double beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Heather
    Canada Canada
    We asked for water view and it was fantastic. The boardwalk was a nice stroll the the big fiddle. Lots of dining g options nearby. The bed was comfortable.
  • Danielle
    Canada Canada
    The breakfast was exceptional. Lots of food lots of options. The staff was so friendly and it was a very clean hotel.
  • Janet
    Canada Canada
    The food, service and friendliness of staff at the Eave were outstanding! All three of us (professional woman 43, retired women --70 and 80) were very impressed. I appreciated the grab bar in the tub. We liked the little nook with the table and...
  • Leitha
    Canada Canada
    Great downtown location. Comfortable, clean, very helpful and responsive front desk. Free parking!
  • Allan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Had a good meal in the restaurant. The barman/waiter was a real character. Excellent service.
  • Holly
    Canada Canada
    The breakfast wasn't included in our booking although it would have been great if it was because alot of money was spent on meals but other then that was absolutely great the staff is very friendly and very helpful and pool was great the kids...
  • Marlene
    Canada Canada
    Room clean, spacious and comfortable. Beds very comfortable. Quiet. Great location. Delicious breakfast. Friendly helpful staff.
  • Georgina
    Canada Canada
    The breakfast was excellent. Wish it had been included for both nights I stayed there several days apart. The food was very good.
  • Georgina
    Canada Canada
    Breakfast and location both excellent. The breakfast being included for one of the days I was there was a major bonus. Loved that it was right down at the BoardWalk. Clean and comfortable.
  • Lyle
    Canada Canada
    Very clean, nice view of the harbour, close to dining

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
  • Eave Restaurant & Bar
    • Cuisine
      American • Seafood
    • Open for
      Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
  • The Crown Cafe & Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of CAD 250 is required on arrival. That's about £134. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Pre-paid credit cards and debit cards cannot be used to guarantee a reservation. A credit card is required when booking.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A damage deposit of CAD 250 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

License number: STR2526T8600

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